c) If a mixture of zinc powder and cobalt(II) oxide is heated, the following reaction occurs: Zn(s) + COO(s) → ZnO(s) + Co(s) (i

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c) If a mixture of zinc powder and cobalt(II) oxide is heated, the following reaction occurs: Zn(s) + COO(s) → ZnO(s) + Co(s) (i

) Which metal is higher in the reactivity series? (ii) The zinc can be described as a reducing agent. Using this example, explain what is meant by the term 'reducing agent'. (iii) Which substance in this reaction has been oxidised?

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bazaltina [42] · Answer 1 · 2022-10-27T03:05:38+03:00

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The metal which reduces the other compound is the one higher in reactivity. So in this case, it is.

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